Research Engineer at leading AI lab

“With Kara’s help, I managed to negotiate a $500K increase in total comp. Before Kara and I connected, my plan was to ask for the same salary as my prior role because I really cared about joining my current company (dream role).

After talking with Kara, I realized that I should not only ask for more in salary but also anchor the equity discussion much higher because I was bringing a unique skill set to the company.

She helped me spot unfavorable terms in the offer letter and draft emails to the company's attorney to get those terms changed with zero pushback from them. Practicing the negotiation with Kara was so important for me to feel like I always knew what to say.

I plan to reach out to Kara immediately when I negotiate in the future.”

Software Engineer 2

“Working with Kara was a game changer for negotiating my offer for a Software Engineer 2 role in a Fortune 500 tech company.

I needed help navigating the conversations with the recruiter/HR. Kara worked with me on framing my counteroffer, prepare for recruiter conversations and review my offer letter.

She always tailored the strategy to my specific situation, helped me anticipate recruiter responses, identify leverage points and watch out for common mistakes.

By the end of the process, I had increased my base salary by 11% while maintaining a collaborative and positive relationship with the company.

Kara’s commitment to her clients is clear, always going above and beyond. She was available to help me craft emails and to rehearse the key points for my calls. Her insight into compensation structures, like stock options, bonuses, and refreshers really helped me understand what I can ask for.

I will be recommending her to friends. I can’t recommend Kara enough. It's a no-brainer.”

Senior Data Scientist

“Kara was an absolute powerhouse in my negotiation. She kept me grounded and confident through each stage, breaking down complex steps and always being just an email or call away. Negotiating can be intimidating, but with Kara's insights and strategies, I felt like I had a serious edge.

Thanks to her, I landed an extra $34K in salary, $170K in equity, and a $20K sign-on bonus—results I honestly didn’t think were possible. Kara’s knowledge of the negotiation process made it all feel clear and manageable, and I could tell she genuinely cared about getting the best outcome for me.

I've already shared her name with friends, and I’ll definitely be back for future career moves.”

Aerospace Engineer

“When I started working with Kara, I wasn’t 100% confident of my leverage in my salary negotiation.

I didn’t have any competing offers lined up and I wasn’t sure how to make the case for a higher salary without sounding greedy or overstepping since I was already being given what my raise was 8 months ago.

Kara helped me frame my contributions and skills in a way that aligned with what the company valued most. She helped me think of the negotiation as a “win-win,” not just a favor I’m asking of the company. This made it significantly easier to overcome any mental barriers and negotiate for my worth, which most people shy away from doing. We practiced my pitch together until I felt confident presenting my ask.

By following Kara’s strategy, I was able to negotiate a 15% increase to $115,000.

Kara’s coaching is both practical and effective, and she is very friendly. If you’re in a technical field like engineering and want to negotiate with confidence, I highly recommend Kara”

Executive Director, Engineering

'“I wish I had worked with Kara earlier in the process before sending my salary and equity request to the company. Kara provided custom-drafted emails for me to use in responding to the recruiter and the hiring manager. I really appreciated that she was so responsive to my messages even though we were in different timezones.

I also appreciated that she explained to me why I shouldn’t worry about losing my offer if I negotiate with the company. For every question I had, she presented me with scenarios of how things could play out, which helped me make the best decisions. Her advice was very specific and actionable and helped me pick the offer that makes the most sense for my career given my goals.”

Senior Mechanical Engineer

“I’ll be honest—I thought I could handle negotiating on my own. But after talking to Kara, I realized there was so much I hadn’t even considered.

Thanks to her, I ended up with way more than I expected: a nice salary bump, additional equity, and even a $25K signing bonus. I never would’ve pushed for all of those on my own.

If you’re on the fence, just go for it. Kara seriously knows her stuff.”

Business Development Manager

“Before working with Kara, I had no idea what was truly possible in terms of salary and benefits. She guided me through each step, showing me tactics and insights that completely changed how I approached the process.

I ended up with an offer way above what I thought was achievable. Kara’s advice gave me the confidence to ask for more and actually get it.

Can’t thank her enough and highly recommend her if you’re looking to maximize your offer without the stress.”

Executive Creative Director

“Kara helped me identify and articulate what she calls, ‘unfair advantages:’ my unique skills and experiences so that the right employer clearly understands what I can offer above and beyond the standard skillset in my industry.”

Software Engineer

“Working with Kara was exactly the boost I needed. She took the time to understand my goals and gave me practical, actionable strategies for my upcoming conversation. Her insights about conveying my value without sounding pushy, and her tips on ‘pausing’ and letting the facts speak for themselves, were gold.

I also appreciated her encouraging me to practice out loud and record myself – it was such a hack. With Kara’s help, I walked into my meeting feeling prepared and optimistic. I’d recommend her coaching to anyone facing these tough conversations.”

Software Engineer

“I'm a software engineer and I worked with Kara when I was joining an AI startup as an addition to the founding team.

She helped me navigate conversations about equity and title. Running through those conversations together prepared me for negotiation in person.

With her help I got 6% equity in the company as opposed to the initial 2% that they were offering.

I would recommend her help to any other founder, or anyone who wants to do better in an upcomming negotiation.”